Abbott Technical High School - Wolverine Yearbook (Danbury, CT)

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We live an an age when the growth of scientific discovery is almost explosive. ln all fields of science, the amount of factual information is increasing so rapidly, that it puts an awesome burden on the student. To develop even an elementary understanding of the scope of science requires a study from every area of scientific thought. During this period of vast tech- nological advances, it is no longer safe to assume that a particular branch of science will never have an application in a specific trade area. For this reason we must develop a good basis in the fundamentals of all branches of science with the realization that in years to come, none of this knowledge will be wasted. MATH AND SCIENCE MR. NORMAN PIERPONT

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ENGLISH AND DRIVER'S EDUCATION MR. THOMAS MACEK Civics, which is a study of our government in action, provides the student with a knowledge of the many phases of our government and the services it provides: To understand the problems and the functioning of American goernment it is necessary to inquire into the nature of relation of the states to the nation. How are powers distributed between the national and the state governments? How are new states admitted into the Union? What are the important services rendered by the states to their citizens? These topics per- taining to the federal system of government are being taught as part of the civics course. Vitally important in our rapidly changing world is a comprehensive knowledge of our English language which enables us to communicate and relate technical knowledge. Students in the early phases of the English course learn the fundamental parts of speech and their proper application. A study is also made of writings to analyze methods of expressive thought. 14

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MATHEMATICS MR HEINRICK BRACKER With the ever-increasing need for engineers in the wake of automation, math has become an essential requirement in almost all fields. To meet the rising demand for mathematical ability, Mr. Bracker offers a curriculum ranging in content from beginning algebra through analytical geometry and calculus. Content and method of instruction of the courses are revised to meet today's trends and needs.